101 Dynamite Answers to Interview Questions: Sell Your Strengths! [Paperback]

Caryl Krannich (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 1, 1999

Regardless of how well you write resumes and letters, you simply must excel in the job interview to get the job. But conducting an effective interview is more easily said than done. This book outlines the interview process—from preparation to close and follow-up.

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About the Author

Ronald L. Krannich, Ph.D. and Caryl Rae Krannich, Ph.D., are two of America's leading career and travel writers who have authored more than 40 books. They currently operate Development Concepts Inc., a training, consulting, and publishing firm. A former Peace Corps Volunteer and Fulbright Scholar, Ron received his Ph.D. in Political Science from Northern Illinois University. Caryl received her Ph.D. in Speech Communication from Penn State University.

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What are the first thoughts that come to mind as you contemplate a job interview? Is the surge of joy you feel at having a chance at the job - a chance to demonstrate to the interviewer that you are the person who should be hired- overshadowed by feelings of nervousness? Do your fears of sweaty palms, a dry mouth, churning stomach, and wobbly knees leave you less than enthusiastic? If your answers to these questions are "yes," you have lots of company, and lots to learn. However, since a successful job interview is a prerequisite for most jobs, it makes sense to find ways to turn interview apprehension into interview anticipation. That's what this book is all about. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Paperback: 197 pages
• Publisher: Impact Publications; 4th edition (July 1, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1570231133
• ISBN-13: 978-1570231131
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,072,703 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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69 of 78 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars A steaming pile of recycled cliches., October 5, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: 101 Dynamite Answers to Interview Questions: No More Sweaty Palms (Paperback)

A child could write a better book by clipping random words from the newspaper and pasting them into a journal. Beyond unhelpful. Reading the back covers of *real* books on the interviewing process would be more productive. In case I'm being too vague for anyone out there... don't waste your money.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Choice!, October 10, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: 101 Dynamite Answers to Interview Questions: Sell Your Strengths! (Paperback)

I completely disagree with the first review that is listed here. This book was extremely helpful to me when I interviewed for a promotion, and it was helpful once again when I looked to another company. This book does not tell you what to say like most other books. The advice is to stay away from "canned" interview answers, and to instead develop your own answers based on your own work experience. This book gets you prepared for anything the interviewer throws your way. I have reviewed several other interview books, and in my opinion, this is the best one out there. I highly recommend picking up a copy.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Ace The Interview, December 22, 2005

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Virginia Allain "(retired librarian)" (Poinciana, FL) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: 101 Dynamite Answers to Interview Questions: No More Sweaty Palms (Paperback)

One feels more confident by preparing ahead for possible questions. Know what to say when asked about the gap in the resume or why you left the last job. Read this book to get an idea of questions you might face. When asked, "What is your greatest weakness," you won't stammer out something that kills your chances.
Having mulled over the best way to present yourself helps avoid becoming flustered.